Dental Reimbursement/Dental Specialty Services
ID: IHS1505480Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, USA

NAICS

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers (524114)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/374e41fe605849a3945c102602a035af/view
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service (IHS), is seeking qualified contractors to provide Dental Reimbursement and Dental Specialty Services across eleven locations in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The procurement aims to establish a Firm-Fixed Price, Non-Personal Service Type Contract to deliver essential dental care to eligible Indian patients referred by the IHS, addressing unmet needs that exceed the capacity of existing facilities. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing healthcare access for Indigenous populations while ensuring compliance with quality standards and service protocols. Interested parties must submit their capabilities via email by February 18, 2025, and can direct inquiries to William Kohl at william.kohl@ihs.gov or by phone at 605-268-3136. The contract performance period is set from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030, with potential option years.

    Point(s) of Contact
    William Kohl
    (605) 268-3136
    william.kohl@ihs.gov
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    SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE Dental Specialty Services 01.31.2025.pdf
    The Great Plains Area Indian Health Service (GPAIHS) issued a Sources Sought Notice (IHS1505480) to explore market capabilities for providing Dental Reimbursement and Dental Specialty/General Services across eleven locations in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The intended procurement aims to establish a Firm-Fixed Price contract for dental services, specifically targeting the need for specialty care when local dental providers are unavailable. Qualified contractors must ensure that participating dentists possess appropriate licenses, specialty certifications, and malpractice insurance. The contract’s performance period spans from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030, allowing for consecutive option years. As mandated, invoicing must be conducted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). Respondents are encouraged to submit their capabilities via email by February 18, 2025. The notice clarifies that this inquiry is for informational purposes only, with no immediate contract being offered. It also emphasizes the government's right to use the collected information for future solicitations without obligation for feedback or acknowledgment. Overall, the document serves as a preliminary exploration of available services to enhance dental care for the communities served by GPAIHS.
    SOW GPA Final Submission_Jan 2025.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for clinical dental services in the Great Plains Area of the Indian Health Service (IHS), covering South Dakota and North Dakota. The primary aim is to deliver dental care to eligible Indian patients referred by the IHS, addressing unmet needs beyond the capacity of existing facilities. The contractor must provide consultations, manage a network of licensed general dentists and specialists, and ensure compliance with established quality standards and service protocols. Key responsibilities include vetting service providers, supporting dental laboratory services, and managing reimbursement processes, including fee-for-service arrangements. Eligibility for services, authorization procedures, and quality assurance measures are detailed, emphasizing continuous monitoring and auditing of service delivery to uphold care quality standards. The contract has a performance period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030, encompassing a base year and four optional years. This document exemplifies the government's commitment to expanding healthcare access for Indigenous populations while ensuring thorough oversight and accountability in service delivery.
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